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broken nose

Sent to Health Experts July 22, 2006 2:21 a.m.

if it's broken what should we do

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July 22, 2006 2:22 a.m. (1 minute and 50 seconds later)

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If it looks bent out of shape, or if there is swelling enough to stop the flow of oxygen, or if it is bleeding and won't stop. Any of the above reasons merits a trip to the ER tonight.

If not, put cold compresses on it, take advil or motrin.

Kerry

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